Product Identification; Cleaning The Mower - Toro 4130 Operator's Manual

sary; refer to Reel and Bedknife Grinding.
For a better cutting edge, run a file across
Note:
the front face of the bedknife when the lapping
operation is completed. This will remove any
burr or rough edge that may have built up on
the cutting edge.
Be careful when lapping the reel because con-
tact with the reel or other moving parts can
result in personal injury.
REEL AND BEDKNIFE
GRINDING
Refer to the TORO GUIDE TO REEL AND
ROTARY MOWER SHARPENING. Copies are
available from your local TORO distributor.

CLEANING THE MOWER

Wash the cutting unit, transaxle, and grass catcher
after each day's use. Chemicals in the turf may cause
premature deterioration to certain components if not
washed daily.
Do not direct "high-pressure" water at
IMPORTANT.
oil seals, bearings, electrical connectors/switches, hot
engine, etc.; contamination of these parts could
cause premature wear.
STORAGE
1. Drain gasoline from the fuel tank. Start the
engine and let it run at slow speed until it stops
because all the gasoline is used.
2. Drain the oil from the crankcase: refer to the
Engine Operator's Manual. However, do not fill
the crankcase with oil at this time.
3. Remove grass clippings, dirt and grime from
the external parts of the mower housing and
engine. Also clean the engine cooling system.
4. Clean carbon from the internal parts of the
engine and re-assemble the engine.
5. Pull the wire off the spark plug and clean
CAUTION
around the plug so dirt cannot fall into the
cylinder when the plug is removed. Remove
the plug from the cylinder head and pour two
tablespoons (25 ml) of engine oil into the spark
plug hole. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly
to distribute oil on the inside of the cylinder.
Reinstall the spark plug. If a torque wrench is
not used, tighten the plug firmly. DO NOT
INSTALL THE WIRE ON THE SPARK PLUG.
6. Remove the belt cover over the left side of the
machine. Inspect the belt for excessive wear or
damage., Repair or replace as necessary.
Assure the belt is in the disengaged position.
7. Check the condition of the reel blades and bed-
knife and repair and sharpen them as necessary;
refer to Reel And Bedknife Grinding.
8. Lubricate the mower: refer to Lubrication.
9. Clean the air cleaner.
10. Check and tighten all capscrews, screws, bolts,
nuts and mating parts, If any part is damaged,
repair or replace it.
11. "Touch up" all rusted or chipped paint surfaces.
Make sure to sand affected area before painting.
Note: TORO Re-Kote "touch-up" paint is available
from an authorized Toro service dealer or distributor.
The spray paint dries in minutes to a glossy, factory-
finish.
12. Fill the crankcase with oil: refer to Engine
Operator's Manual.
13. Store the mower in a clean, dry place. Cover the
mower to protect it and keep it clean.
IDENTIFICATION AND
ORDERING
The mower has two identification numbers: a model
number and a serial number. The two numbers are
stamped into a plate located at the rear of the
transaxle case. In any correspondence concerning
the mower, supply the model and serial numbers to
assure that correct information and replacement parts
are obtained.
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